The Wine Knitter

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Montecarrubo Winery Peter and Susie Vinding-Diers came to Sicily seeking unusual and serious terroir to plant vineyards. “You could call this a paleolithic vineyard.” ” ​ Peter Vinding-Diers Photo credit: Penny Weiss Susie Vinding-Diers Photo credit: Penny Weiss They planted two vineyards of Syrah in 2010.

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The Wine Knitter

JULY 29, 2021

So, with enthusiasm and determination, Rrustem returned to Kosovo with the Gecaj family and purchased the NBI Rahoveci winery renaming it Stone Castle Vineyards and Winery. In 2015, Avdi took over the winery’s operations, and he spends approximately nine months of the year in Kosovo.

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The Wine Knitter

MAY 13, 2022

Gently rolling hills dominate the landscape of Tuscany, famous for its medieval towns, wine vineyards, striking cathedrals, and the birthplace of renowned artists such as Michelangelo, Botticelli, and Leonardo da Vinci. The village of Montalcino sits high up on a hill with vineyards sloping down into the valley.

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A Wine Story

JANUARY 17, 2021

Today the Norton vineyards, managed by Mr. Langes–Swarovski’s son Michael, have over 680 hectares under vine. Besides supplying the world with fine wine, the vineyards support the workers and families all over Mendoza. Norton Chief Winemaker David Bonomi grew up in Argentina surrounded by vines, as his father had his own vineyards.

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A Wine Story

MAY 19, 2020

In contrast: Ribera del Duero red wine vineyards are at a much higher elevation, giving the wines higher, more refreshing acidity. To take advantage of their high elevation vineyards and special terroir, they have been lavish with the use of new French oak. Below is a report from a 2015 visit to Valdubon, a Ribera del Duero.

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A Wine Story

MAY 18, 2022

My dad and uncle Fili worked in the vineyards on weekends, and I helped out as a kid. And no doubt, some remain buried deep in the earth, perhaps near the Tenuta di Artimino vineyards itself. Today is the proprietor of Tenuta di Manenello , a winery, a restaurant, and agriturismo. How did the professor get there? “It

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The Wine Knitter

OCTOBER 21, 2019

If you haven’t heard of the Franken wine region or its special wines, then you need to pay close attention. And I can’t think of a better setting for sipping wine than to be surrounded by medieval villages, castles, beautiful landscapes and miles of terraced wine vineyards! Sloped vineyards leading down to the Main River.

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A Wine Story

MAY 14, 2020

First, most are dedicated family owned or boutique wineries that pride themselves on their vineyards and winemaking skills. What was most special about the evening featuring these stellar wineries in Paso Robles was that the dinner was held in the private room of the trendy “The Dutch” restaurant.

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Sante

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

In 1866, the king bought the first vineyard of Barolo and by 1870 winemaking began in the cellars of Fontanafredda using the indigenous grapes Dolcetto, Barbera and Nebbiolo. The king’s son Count Emanuele Alberto of Mirafiori turned the estate into a full commercial winery with over 741 acres of wine vineyards.

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Sante

JULY 9, 2020

250 acres of vineyards spread throughout Serralunga d’Alba, which is a cru site of Barolo. In 2009, Piedmont native Oscar Farinetti bought Fontanafredda and with this new ownership, sustainability became a special focus. This wine is 100% Barbera harvested from vineyards across Monferrato and Langhe. Alcohol: 14.5%.

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The Wine Knitter

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

The 2015 growing season was a stellar year for Amarone producers. Due to these ideal climate conditions, 2015 presented as one of the finest vintages for Amarone in 30 years. After the grapes are handpicked, special drying rooms are used where the grapes are dried long and slowly on bamboo racks or straw mats for about three months.

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A Wine Story

AUGUST 4, 2021

Melrose Vineyards is located on the bench of the South Umpqua River where once stood an early French Settlement. Melrose Vineyards’ owners (Wayne and the late Deedy Parker) arrived in 1996 to make Umpqua Valley Wine. The original vineyard of 82 acres was planted in the summer of 1996. Trella Vineyards.

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The Wine Knitter

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

In 1866, the king bought the first vineyard of Barolo and by 1870 winemaking began in the cellars of Fontanafredda using the indigenous grapes Dolcetto, Barbera and Nebbiolo. The king’s son Count Emanuele Alberto of Mirafiori turned the estate into a full commercial winery with over 741 acres of wine vineyards.

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The Wine Knitter

JULY 7, 2020

250 acres of vineyards spread throughout Serralunga d’Alba, which is a cru site of Barolo. In 2009, Piedmont native Oscar Farinetti bought Fontanafredda and with this new ownership, sustainability became a special focus. Photo credit: Penny Weiss This wine is 100% Barbera harvested from vineyards across Monferrato and Langhe.

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Sante

DECEMBER 27, 2020

Donnafugata Ben Ryé 2015 Passito de Pantelleria DOC. This is a naturally sweet wine made with 100% Zibibbo grapes sourced from vineyards on Pantelleria Island off the coast of Sicily. One doesn’t need a holiday or special occasion to enjoy these delicious treats, nor does one have to wait to share them. SRP: $29.99.

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Foodable

JANUARY 7, 2021

2015 was a real gangbuster year for this region,” notes Wines. The bottle is particularly special, as it is only released in years where the fruit is considered excellent. Coming in third, the powerful San Filippo Brunello was a no brainer for the top ten. This one’s really fantastic. And what made number one?

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The Wine Knitter

DECEMBER 23, 2020

SRP: $55 Donnafugata Ben Ryé 2015 Passito de Pantelleria DOC Photo credit: Penny Weiss This is a naturally sweet wine made with 100% Zibibbo grapes sourced from vineyards on Pantelleria Island off the coast of Sicily. This is a sweet and decadent wine that pairs well with desserts and aged cheeses. Alcohol: 14.5%

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EATER

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Wiggins would spend his break time in Chicago visiting local gourmet shops for special ingredients. A Crescent line menu from the 1980s offered wines from vineyards along the route. For the Virginia ham with orange raisin sauce they suggested a Winter White chardonnay from Pindar Vineyards in New York. In 2012 Rep.

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